Rebekah Modrak - Teachers Make a Difference - Adrienne Salinger

The speaker reflects on their experience with Adrian Salinger, a visual arts advisor at Syracuse University, who emphasized the importance of taking risks in art. Initially focused on underwater photography, the speaker was encouraged by Adrian to explore above water photography, pushing them out of their comfort zone. This experience taught the speaker valuable lessons about growth and change, which they now pass on to their own students.

What was Adrian Salinger's key advice to her students about meaningful work?

• To always follow traditional methods

• To focus on technical perfection

• To engage in work that scares them

• To avoid taking risks

Why did the narrator find underwater photography more appealing than static images?

• Because it was less expensive

• Because it felt more dynamic and lifelike

• Because it was easier to capture

• Because it required less equipment

What did Adrian suggest to the narrator after seeing their underwater images?

• To explore photography above water

• To continue with underwater photography

• To focus on digital art

• To stop taking photographs

How did the narrator feel about Adrian's suggestion to 'get out of the pool'?

• They were confused and hesitant

• They were immediately excited

• They were relieved

• They were indifferent

What lesson does the narrator now apply when teaching students?

• To take risks and embrace change

• To avoid making mistakes

• To always stay within their comfort zone

• To focus solely on underwater photography